Published: October 26, 2009 12:09 pm      

Leflore Co. hospital employing more staff

GREENWOOD — Leflore Co. hospital employing more staff

GREENWOOD (AP) — Greenwood Leflore Hospital has become the largest job provider in Leflore County, bucking the trend of some other medical facilities struggling in the tough economy.

The Greenwood Commonwealth reports that the hospital has been able to recruit nurses and open its After Hours Clinic to increase its employment. The hospital employed 1,023 people through Sept. 30, a 14 percent increase from three years ago.

Nursing has contributed the most new jobs in the past year. Forty-two were hired this past summer.

The hospitals growth comes at a time when many companies in Leflore County are struggling just to stay open. Three industrial businesses have announced their closures in the past year.